If/How should I include shadowing on my resume?

[Nappy Napoleon]

Are there any examples or tips on doing this effectively?

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[NeuralNetwork]

Are there any examples or tips on doing this effectively?

List it for sure. Category is "Other", then title the activity something like "Physician Shadowing". Under it you can add the names of the doctors/practice type/specialty/location where you shadowed/hours for each...whatever you feel is relevant.

Ex:

Dr. Ex Ample (Cardiology) - 20 hrs
Attended hospital rounds at X hospital


Just fill in details, but if you find that you are running out of characters, then stick to the very basics: Doctors name, hours shadowed, specialty observed

 

[Catalystik]

Are there any examples or tips on doing this effectively?

An example, if you're referring to an AMCAS application:
http://forums.studentdoctor.net/showpost.php?p=12561811&postcount=848

Edit: completely agree with mirimonster's comment below.

 

[mirimonster]

Are there any examples or tips on doing this effectively?

Your post wasn't clear on what this resume is for. If you're asking for your AMCAS application, then you should absolutely follow the advice above. If this is a resume for a job or volunteer position, it's a different story. I would only include this information if you're lacking in any practical experience.

Personally, when I look at resumes, I could care less about shadowing. (I'm in charge of interns and volunteers at a non-profit) Following a doctor around for 15 hours doesn't say anything about your relevant skills or work ethic that would make me confident that you are the one for the job. Only med schools care about shadowing because it shows that you have an interest in learning more about the medical profession.

 

[NeuralNetwork]

Your post wasn't clear on what this resume is for. If you're asking for your AMCAS application, then you should absolutely follow the advice above. If this is a resume for a job or volunteer position, it's a different story. I would only include this information if you're lacking in much practical experience.

Personally, when I look at resumes, I could care less about shadowing. (I'm in charge of interns and volunteers at a non-profit) Following a doctor around for 15 hours doesn't say anything about your relevant skills or work ethic that would make me confident that you are the one for the job. Only med schools care about shadowing because it shows that you have an interest in learning more about the medical profession.

haha woops..totally didnt see "resume" in which case ^^^^